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Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Rep. Wong supports $693 million supplemental budget Spending plan will help support hospitals, assist with hiring of school nurses B OSTON – State Representative Donald H. Wong (R-Saugus) recently supported a $693 million supplemental budget for Fiscal Year 2023 that contains funding to assist struggling hospitals, along with temporary provisions to help ease the school nurse shortage. The supplemental budget, which was filed as House Bill 3982, was given initial approval by the House of Representatives on a vote of 1540 on July 13. The bill now moves to the Senate for its consideration. House Bill 3982 provides $180 million to assist “fiscally strained” hospitals. According to Representative Wong, $91.4 million will be set aside for hospitals that are eligible for a Medicaid supplemental payment, $58.5 million for nonprofit and municipal acute care hospitals with a high percentage of Medicaid patients and $30 million for acute care hospitals “that demonstrate significant financial need.” The House bill also proposes temporary changes to the hiring process for school nurses in calendar years 2023 and 2024. Specifically, it would allow the Commissioner of Education to issue a temporary certificate to a registered nurse who does not meet the certification testing requirements but is authorized to practice as a registered nurse in Massachusetts and has been employed as a registered nurse for at least three years. Representative Wong noted that House Bill 3982 includes a $75 million reserve account to reimburse qualifying school districts for “extraordinary relief” from outof-district special education placement costs. The list of communities that would actually be eligible for relief based on the formula included in the bill has yet to be determined. However, the bill does specifically exclude from eligibility those school districts that still have unspent Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) money received under the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) or any other federal act that provided COVID-19 response funds. House Bill 3982 would also: • increase the annual cap on tax credits authorized under the Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP) from $10 million to $57 million in calendar year 2023, with any funding remaining at the end of 2023 to be carried over to subseELECTIONS | FROM PAGE 1 5.0 %APY* INSURED 9 Month CD Dream Bigger. YOUR SAVINGS HORIZON IS GETTING BRIGHTER. Here’s your chance to reach your savings goal faster than ever. 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There are responsibilities quent years and the annual cap to be set at $30 million beginning on January 1, 2024 • transfer $100 million to the state’s Pension Liability Fund • fund $226.2 million worth of collective bargaining agreements • extend simulcast racing authorization by five years, to expire on July 31, 2028 • authorize the state’s Department of Public Utilities to allow electric distribution companies to recover expenditures and payments associated with the cost increases resulting from delays in the planned transmission line carrying hydroelectricity from Quebec • create a $60.3 million payroll reserve for the Department of Transitional Assistance’s caseworkers and staff serving applicants and clients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) and Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled, and Children (EAEDC) program • appropriate $506,140 for costs incurred by the Commonwealth through its interstate compacts for flood control. for filing documents related to candidacy for town office. Office of Campaign Finance reports are due on Oct. 30 – eight days before the election. Final campaign reports are due on Dec. 7 – 30 days following the election. All candidates are expected to comply with the Town of Saugus Zoning Bylaws (Article 7, Section 7.3, Sub-Section 8) related to political signs. Half of the Town Meeting members were elected two years ago without opposition. Only five candidates ran for the five seats in Saugus precincts 1, 2, 3, 6 and 7. The Town Clerk’s Office maintains a list of potential candidates who pull nomination papers. But the candidates are not official candidates until they have filed their nomination paper and the signatures have been certified by the Board of Registrars. The last day to register to vote in the Town Elections is Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 ~ The Advocate Asks ~ Page 3 Young Saugus Sachems Track Camp athletes talk about how the summer experience benefited them “I got three third places and got to make some new friends.” Thomas LeBlanc, 9, going into the fourth grade: “It wasn’t easy. But it made ASKS | SEE PAGE 4 Celebrating the end of this year’s Saugus Sachems Track Camp are several dozen Saugus youth ranging from age five to 18. Holding the third place trophy from last Saturday’s track meet in Cranston, R.I., is six-year-old Phoenix Okoye. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) Editor’s Note: For this week’s column, we accepted an invitation from Coach Chris Tarantino, who oversees the Saugus Sachems Track Camp, to come down to the MacNeill Memorial Track & Field to interview some of the kids who competed in this year’s summer track camp, several of the supportive parents and volunteer coaches. Tarantino, a 1990 Saugus High School graduate who distinguished himself as a star while on the Sachem track team, has been running a track camp for more than 20 years. A group of 43 participants in the Saugus Sachems Track Camp – boys and girls ranging in age from five to 17 – finished third overall among 17 teams competing in last Saturday’s (July 16) Third Annual CLCF Summer Showdown in Cranston, R.I. The Saugus kids took home 17 first place awards. Tarantino called Wednesday night’s final meeting of the summer track team “one last hurrah,” an opportunity for the kids to hang out as teammates for one final time, share their success and competition experience, take some photos with the third-place meet trophy and enjoy one more day of camaraderie. Here are some highlights from the interviews with the kids, parents and coach. Q: How did participating in the summer track camp improve your life? What benefited you the most? What was your favorite part? Naomi Tarantino, 11, who will be going into the sixth grade: “I made some new friends and I had a lot of fun.” Liam Marcu, 8, who will be going into the fourth grade, got a second and first place: “A lot of good times and fun with my friends.” Brandon Szloch, 7, going into the second grade: 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut St. We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-8 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Wednesday Thursday Friday Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Private Parties Private Parties 4-11 p.m. Saturday 12-11 p.m. $9.00 $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com

Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 “Reading is Jawsome” Saugus Public library continues its Kids 2023 Summer reading Program (Editor’s Note: This info is from a press release from the Saugus Public Library.) W ith school out for the summer, kids will be spending more time at the Saugus PubGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! ALL MAJOR BRANDS Singles * Tins * Bundles * Boxes SMOKER’S DELIGHT! 15 HANDMADE CIGARS! Four-Year-Old Tobacco * 100% Long Filler * Cellophane $43.95 STORE HOURS: Mon. - Sat.: 9AM - 7PM Sunday & Holidays: 9AM - 6PM SPECIAL SALE! TRAVEL HUMIDORS & BUNDLES! --------HUMIDORS ON SALE! STARTING AT $99. COMPLETE! --------A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 lic Library. If you’re looking for fun, educational activities & summer programming to support your kids’ learning, stop by the Saugus Public Library. This summer, the Library presents, “Reading is Jawsome,” the kids’ 2023 summer reading program. Activities include literacy support, story times, music programs, discounted museum and Massachusetts park passes, and take & make crafts. In addition, there will be special visits by Wildlife Encounters, Vinny the Bubble Guy, the Saugus Fire Department, Spiderman and the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy and a performance of “Peter & the Wolf.” Check out the Library’s online event calendar for up-to-date information about all our programs. Families are encouraged to register for the shark-themed “Reading is Jawsome” program using the Beanstack app. It’s easy – just download the Beanstack app, register under the Saugus Public Library and you’re on your way. It’s like a Fitbit for reading! For more information, or to register in person, stop by the Children’s Room at the library or Our 50th Anniversary Chris 2023 visit our website (www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/children/ summer-reading-program/). The Saugus Public Schools recommends that students read at least 20 minutes a day this summer. The library is here to help families create a summer reading routine that is fun for kids and their families. The kids’ 2023 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through fifth grade. We have all kinds of great books on hand, but don’t forget we have free ebooks, audio books, comics, magazines & music you can download using the hoopla and Libby digital collections. We reward our readers! We’ve once again partnered with local businesses to reward summer reading. We’d like to thank those businesses who generously donated prizes and the New Friends of the Saugus Public Library who purchased others. The New Friends of the Saugus Public Library will be donating to the Cape Cod-based Atlantic White Shark Conservancy in honor of the kids’ ASKS | FROM PAGE 3 me faster and I liked it.” Bryce Grant, 7, going into the second grade: “It was fun and I’m glad I participated. Braiden Grant, 8, going into the third grade: “I won a second, fourth and fifth and I made new friends. I learned how to do things, like how to throw a javelin. Samuel Gomes, 8, going into the third grade: “It made me really get into long jumping and running, and I won a second place medal. reading. It’s important to keep reading to retain skills – and an opportunity to catch up with peers. Research shows that children who do not read during the summer fall behind. The effect is cumulative: Over many summers these students fall significantly behind their peers. Most importantly, perhaps, it’s an opportunity to build a reading routine: turn off the media, sit with a child, and enjoy some wonderful stories. Try reading a longer book to them or let them read to you. Login into Beanstack to track reading – but also to complete fun shark activities, shark drawing lessons, stories, and cool informational videos. Kids can learn about different kinds of sharks, from great whites to tiger sharks, and about the critical role these majestic creatures play in our ocean ecosystems. Need some help registering for summer reading, or finding a “just-right book” for your child? Stop by the Library and see us! All programs are free of charge. The best thing for me was hanging out with my friends and doing track.” Nicholas Gomes, 9, will be going into the fourth grade: “I got to learn more about what track is and because of that, I’m going to do it again next year.” Max Libier, 9, going into the fourth grade: “It helped me run better and to meet new friends.” Matthew Benoit, 8, going into the fourth grade: “It helped me to learn how ASKS | SEE PAGE 6

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Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Wednesday night concert series underway at the Iron Works T By Laura Eisener his summer’s season of concerts at the Saugus Iron Works kicked off July 12 with the “Squeezebox Stompers.” The good times rolled as a crowd gathered to listen and sometimes sing along on the lawn near the outdoor stage. Their specialty is Mardi Gras, Cajun and zydeco music as well as their own original tunes influenced by these genres. Their new CD – “What’s So Bad about Feeling Good?” – was featured in the July issue of Metronome Magazine. The concert on July 19 feaThe audience “had big fun” enjoying zydeco music at the first concert of the season with the Squeezebox Stompers on the upper lawn of the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site. (Courtesy photo to the Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) tured Atwater-Donnelly, a folk duo from Rhode Island who have produced 14 albums. In addition to performing traditional Celtic tunes, they write and perform some original songs. Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly were very popular when they appeared at the Iron Works last summer and this year they did not disappoint. Concerts are scheduled this The alligator looming on the Squeezebox Stompers banner pays tribute to the music’s New Orleans roots. (Courtesy photo to the Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) Veteran Gene Decareau claps energetically as he enjoys the concert with his wife Arlene Decareau, both longtime residents of Saugus. (Courtesy photo to the Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) summer every Wednesday through August 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. This coming Wednesday, July 26, will be Decades of Rock (music from the 60s, 70s and 80s). If rain threatens, people should check the website of the Saugus Public Library (SaugusPublicLibrary.org) for any weather cancellations and potential rescheduling. These concerts are free thanks to the National Park Service and the Saugus Public Library with partial funding from the Saugus Cultural Council, a local arm of the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. ASKS | FROM PAGE 4 to throw a javelin and to run faster.” Mary Zona, 10, going into the fifth grade: “I won two first place awards. It made me more athletic and I guess I met a lot of new friends.” Annalisa Ferrara, 9, going into the fourth grade: “I got a first place in hurdles. It made me run faster and I made a lot of friends.” Matthew Bell, 11, going into the sixth grade: “It made me better at long jumping and running.” Beau Grant, 10, going into the fourth grade: “I worked hard and made friends.” Leo Hobbs, 6, going into first grade: “I won some medals and made some friends.” ASKS | SEE PAGE 7

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Page 7 ~ The Old Sachem ~ The ’75 Red Sox By Bill Stewart A game”: Take me out to the Fenway Let me cheer with the crowd Buy me some pizza and icecold beer I don’t care if I never leave here For it’s root, root for the Red Sox And beat those damn Yankees again For it’s Yaz, Lynn, Rice and the crew Up at Fenway Park. The Red Sox had a very good season in 1973, finishing second behind Baltimore. They ended April in sixth place, moved up to fourth in May, and remained there through June and July. In August they went 18-13, which brought them to second place, and remained there, finishing behind Baltimore. The great finish led to speculation about 1974. They again started slowly, finishing in sixth place in April, and climbed to second in May. The Sox moved to first in June and remained there through July and August, then dropped to third in September and remained there at the season’s finish. Carleton Fisk tore up his knee ASKS | FROM PAGE 6 Carlo Bonito, 5, going into kindergarten: “I liked Coach T.” Elizabeth Silipigni, 9, going into fourth grade: “The most important for me was getting to know my teammates and the coaches. And I enjoyed the experience and the sport.” Hazel DeFeo, 11, going into sixth grade: “It was fun. We got to compete. I won three medals. I learned new things that I liked and I made new friends.” Amelia Clark, 9, going into fourth grade: “I got to learn new track stuff and had fun playing games.” Olivia Clark, 11, going into sixth grade: “I got to practice in the different events that I like. It was fun and I got to do events that I really enjoy.” tribute to the 1975 Red Sox to the tune “Take Me Out To The Ballat the end of June, which really hurt both offense and defense. Rich Wise was in the starting rotation behind Luis Tiant and Bill Lee, but broke a finger on his pitching hand when his wife unexpectedly closed the door. That ended all hope of a pennant for the second year in a row. Once again, Hopes were high in 1975 after two very good seasons. Rick Burleson at shortstop, Tony Conigliaro as a designated hitter, Dwight Evans, Carleton Fisk, Carl Yastrzemski and Rico Petrocelli formed a tremendous team, and pitching was pretty talented, too. Tiant, Lee, Wise and Roger Moret formed a spectacular ensemble to the Sox pitching. They started the season in April in a tie for fifth place and jumped up to first in May with a record of 23 wins and 18 losses. They moved to 41 and 31 in June, 63 and 42 in July, 79 and 54 in August, and finished with 95 and 65, and the American League pennant by 4 ½ games over Baltimore. The season had started when Luis Tiant didn’t show up in Florida for spring training. He was upset that he was only making $70,000 and he thought he was worth much more. After meeting with owner Tom Yawkey, Yawkey and El Tiante agreed to $90,000, and Luis showed up in Florida. With Fisk and Wise back, the team looked What did the parents say about track camp benefits? Lisa LeBlanc, mother of Thomas LeBlanc: “It’s a great program for kids. Coach T. organizes team dinners and nights for the kids. We’ve met many families through the program, with some interested in having remained close friends.” Andrea Bell, mother of Matthew and Jonathan Bell: “Both of my kids have been doing this for six years. I t ’s really boosted their self-confidence, given them fun through the summer. It’s so nice for them to look back and see how they’ve done over the years. For the parents and the kids involved, it’s become one big track family. We help each other, walk together, text each other and become friends. ASKS | SEE PAGE 11 J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. 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Yastrzemski batted .269 with 14 homers, Jim Rice at .309 with 22 homers and Fred Lynn at .331 and 21 homers. In the postseason they swept the Oakland A’s in three straight in the championship series to advance to the World Series against Cincinnati. The Red Sox scored first in six of the seven World Series games, only to have the Reds come back to win four of those games. The first two games were in Fenway Park, the Sox winning the first 6-0, and the Reds won the second 3-2. Moving on to Riverfront Stadium, the Reds won the first 6-5 in 10 innings. The Sox won the next 5-4. The fifth game was also in Riverfront with the Reds winning 6-2. The Red Sox took game six 7-6 in 12 innings in Fenway. The win was the result of a game-ending home run by Carleton Fisk. The Reds won the series 4-3 in the seventh game at Fenway. The series is often listed as the greatest World Series ever, with the two teams never to obtain a victory until the end. Pete Rose was selected as the Series MVP. 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Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Saugus Gardens in the Summer Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable By Laura Eisener T he community garden at St. John’s has a new set of raised beds this year in front of the church. Raised beds have several advantages – it means the gardeners don’t have to bend quite as far to work; the vegetables are a little less accessible to rabbits who might devour the produce; and good drainage is pretty much guaranteed even in rainy weather! The wooden, metal or stone framework of the beds themselves can add a design element that may enhance the appearance of the garden, especially when the plants themselves are not in their prime. Since cold air settles close to ground level, a slightly raised bed can be a bit warmer than the surrounding ground surface. This may mean heat loving vegetables or flowers develop more quickly, and toward the end of the season it may be enough to protect tender plants from the first light frost. While some vegetables like lettuce and peas are at their peak of production when weather is cool, others like beans develop better in warm temperatures. Green beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) in the community garden have been blooming for a few weeks, and the first few servings of beans for the food pantry are being harvested this week. Green beans are usually eaten before the seeds are actually ripe – the pods may be raw or cooked with the unripe seeds still inside. The flowers are usually white but some varieties of green beans have pink or pale purple flowers. They are sometimes called string beans because older varieties often had tough “strings” that would usually be pulled from the pod before eating. While this species is the most commonly eaten, White blossoms of green beans are in bloom at St. John’s Episcopal Church, which means harvest time is not far off. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) Along the Northern Strand Trail at School Street and Essex Street are golden flowers of black-eyed Susans. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) Two species of black-eyed Susans bloom along the bike trail. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) several other bean species are also edible. Bean plants may be pole beans, which means they need to climb and should be provided with an appropriate trellis, or bush bean varieties, which can be grown without support. Green beans and some other members of the bean family (Fabaceae) can thrive in soils that lack nitrogen because of rhizobia, bacteria growing in root nodules that can convert nitrogen from the air and make it usable by plants. This is called “fixing” nitrogen and helps in making the beans or other host plants able to grow in poor soils; some of this fixed nitrogen will become available to other plants when the original hosts die and decompose. While not all bean family members are hosts to these bacteria, many do benefit from them, such as the purple clover (Trifolium pratense), also called red clover, seen scattered among the black-eyed Susans along the rail trail and elsewhere. Earlier in the summer, ox-eye daisies bloomed in great profusion along several parts of the Northern Strand rail trail on the rights of way of the old Saugus Branch railroad. A few can still be seen here and there, but the swathes of white petals have been replaced by golden ones, as black-eyed Susans are now flowering in similar locations along the trail. Two species can be found, very similar in appearance and bloom time, and both are North American natives. The showier species of black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia hirta) have larger flower heads, the petals sometimes streaked with dark red. These may be annual or short-lived perennials, but they often self-sow prolifPurple clover, like some other bean family members, can grow in poor soil where many other plants could not. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) Vegetables for the Saugus food pantry are being raised in four new raised beds at St. John’s Episcopal Church as well as in an in-ground garden behind the rectory. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) ically in meadows and fields. Another similar looking species, also often called orange coneflower (Rudbeckia fulgida), tends to be a longer lived perennial plant, but its flowers are slightly smaller and usually the petals are plain yellow. Black-eyed Susans are often considered symbolic of resilience and perseverance, since they can thrive in poor soils. Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener is a landscape design consultant who helps homeowners with landscape design, plant selection and placement of trees and shrubs, as well as perennials. She is a member of the Saugus Garden Club and offered to write a series of articles about “what’s blooming in town” shortly after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. She was inspired after seeing so many people taking up walking.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Page 9 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus! If you love cars, feel like donating for a noble cause and have some time on your hands, head over to Fuddruckers on Route 1 North in Saugus for Mom’s Cancer Fighting Angels Relay Teams 9th Annual Car Show this weekend. Torrential rains washed out last weekend’s event. So, the rainout date is 4 to 8 p.m. on Sunday (July 23). The event will feature classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, trophies, raffles and music by Lil Jimmy’s stack of records, and, of course, some tasty burgers. Fuddruckers Saugus will be generously donating 20 percent of all sales to the American Cancer Society during the event. The event is open to all cars, trucks, jeeps and motorcycles. For more information, contact Guy Moley at 781-6401310. The Navy Band is coming! Peter A. Rossetti Jr., of the Friends of Breakheart announced this week that Breakheart Reservation will again be hosting the Navy Band on Saturday, Aug. 19, at 6 p.m. “Should be a good time, provided the weather holds. Blankets and mosquito spray are a good idea,” Rossetti said. The Navy Band has long been a summertime attraction at Breakheart. This year, Rhode Island Sound will be playing the music. Here’s some preliminary information that the Friends provided on the band: “Rhode Island Sound is the most contemporary sounding group from Navy Band Northeast. This ensemble entertains audiences with music ranging from rhythm and blues to classic rock. Performing current popular music at high schools throughout New England, Rhode Island Sound also performs public concerts at a variety of venues. Their versatility and showmanship have always kept them in great demand since their inception in 1974.” Stay tuned for more details as they become available. Sharon’s Sneaker Crew & Jimmy Fund Yard Sale Sharon Genovese, captain of Sharon’s Sneaker Crew, will be holding a Fundraiser Yard Sale tomorrow (Saturday, July 21) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 23 Lily Pond Ave., rain or shine. Everything must go. Genovese and her group will be walking on Oct. 1 in the Boston Marathon Dana-Farber Jimmy Fund Walk. The crew will be sponsoring a craft fair in September. All the proceeds will be going to the Jimmy Fund. If you need any more information, you can call or text Sharon at 617-966-3475 or email her at sunkin1@aol.com. Greg King Memorial Fund 4th Motorcycle ride The Greg King Memorial Fund 4th Motorcycle ride is set for Aug. 6 at the Saugus-Everett Elks. The fund is dedicated to helping erase the stigma of addiction. Besides the ride, there will be a pig roast, DJ, Raffles and 50/50. Proceeds from the event will be given to Healthy Streets serving Lynn and other communities. “Saugus Over Coffee” It’s hard to believe that we are more than two-thirds of the way through our “Saugus Over Coffee” project, as the town election season gets underway officially next week. But we are already just three weeks away from featuring the five Town Meeting members of Precinct 8. Our invitations went out this week for those folks. And we hope that it will be a better turnout this time than the five Town Meeting members who were absent from our July 10 forum. The lack of Town Meeting members attending the last forum deprived the seven citizens who showed up an opportunity to get to meet the members who represent them at Town Meeting. And that also sends a bad message to the Precinct 7 residents who tuned into Saugus TV to watch the program. But with the town election season officially underway on Monday, I would think that our final three forums will be well-attended by Town Meeting members. For those unfamiliar with the “Saugus Over Coffee” forums, they are cosponsored by The Saugus Advocate and the Saugus Public Library. The primary purpose is to give citizens in each of the town’s 10 precincts an opportunity to voice their concerns about top issues in their respective precincts. It also gives them an opportunity to meet their Town Meeting representatives and chat over a cup of coffee or tea. Town Meeting members will benefit by getting to know more about concerns in their precincts. Viewers of the forums videotaped by Saugus TV will also get to learn a little about the history or interesting things about the precinct being featured each month. One of my major hopes for the forums is that it spurs an interest for citizens to become potential candidates for Town Meeting in this fall’s town election. The public should keep in mind that there was a paucity of candidates for Town Meeting seats in the town elections back in 2021. In five of the 10 precincts, only five candidates ran for the five seats. That means half of the 50-member body was elected without competition. Stay tuned for more information as “Saugus Over Coffee” continues. Here is the remaining schedule: Precinct 8 – August 14 Precinct 9 – September 11 Precinct 10 – October 23 Please check with The Saugus Advocate or library for any changes in dates. Residents can check the programming guide on the station’s website (www.saugustv.org) for dates and times. A video of the forum will also be available for viewing on the station’s vimeo page within a day or two after the event – www.vimeo.com/ saugustelevision. C.H.A.R.M. Center is open The C.H.a.R.M. Center will be open during the summer to residents on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The site is located behind the Department of Public Works at 515 Main St. Stickers are required to gain seasonal access to the site. Stickers may be purchased for $25.00 at the Department of Public Works (DPW) located at the Compost Site when making your visit to the Compost Site. The Town accepts checks only for payment of the $25. No cash will be accepted. Kindly bring a check when visiting. Thank you! Compost site stickers must be permanently placed on the lower left corner of residents’ automobile windshields. Vehicles registered out of state are not permitted. Yard waste must be disposed of in brown compost bags or open containers. The Town will accept grass clippings, leaves and brush. As in years past, no branches or limbs larger than three inches in diameter are permitted. Residents may call Scott Brazis at the Solid Waste and Recycling Department at 781231-4036 with questions. Some Special “Shout Outs” Track Camp Coach Chris Tarantino emailed in this mega “Shout Out” to The Saugus Advocate this week: “To all the coaches that made the 2023 Saugus Sachems Summer Track Camp a huge success by giving so graciously of their time and talent and for all their hard work and dedication diligently supporting all our campers “Coach Jada (hurdles/ jumps) Alumni “Coach Kenny (high jump) Alumni “Coach Nick (distance/ breakdown) Alumni “Coach Ben (drills/games) “Coach Babcock (sprints/ stretching) “Coach Steve (discus/shot put) “Coach Ghazi (javelin) “Coach Teresa (hammer) “Coach Will (equipment) “Coach Bradley (spring program) “Coach Scott (spring program) “Also special thanks to alumni Kian (former coach) and Justin (counselor) for their continued support as well as Shannon from Alta performance.” Want to “Shout Out” a fellow Saugonian? This is an opportunity for our paper’s readers to single out – in a brief mention – remarkable acts or achievements by Saugus residents or an act of kindness or a nice gesture. Just send an email (mvoge@comcast.net) with a mention in the subject line of “An Extra Shout Out.” No more than a paragraph; anything longer might lend itself to a story and/or a photo. Community Garden needs some help St. John’s Episcopal Church near Saugus Center has a community garden where vegetables are grown for the Saugus food pantry. This is the third growing season for this all-volunteer project. This year there are raised beds in front of the church as well as a larger garden area behind the rectory. Volunteers are needed to help weed and water the garden. If you would like to volunteer for an hour or so a week, or for any period of time THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 10 —Cont est— CONTEST SKETCH OF THE WEEK Can You Guess Who? If you know, call 978-683-7773 and your name will be entered into a drawing contest to win. The prize is a $10 gift certificate for your favorite Saugus coffee place or restaurant. Thank you.

Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 9 during the summer, please call the church office at 781-2331242 or email StJohnsSaugus@gmail.com and leave a message with your contact information! 2023 Summer Concerts at the Saugus Iron Works, 244 Central St. The Saugus Public Library and the National Park Service are proud to bring another summer of music to the Saugus Iron Works. These free, weekly concerts are open to the public and begin at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays beginning July 12 through August 30. Our remaining 2023 lineup: July 26: Decades of Rock (Classic Rock: 60s, 70s, 80s). August 2: Sweet Soul Sounds (Motown). August 9: Ditto (Folk & Rock: 60s and 70s). August 16: Jumpstreet (Rock, R&B, Blues & Jazz). August 23: Headlands (Folk, Country, Americana Pop). August 30: Memorylaners (50s, 60s, 70s). Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic! Enjoy a summer evening at the Iron Works with great music and friends! Knights of Columbus Craft Fair and Flea Market The Saugus Knights of Columbus will hold its Outdoor Craft Fair and Flea Market on Saturday, August 19. Their last events were all sold out. Reserve your space now. A 12 x 12 space costs $30. Vendors must bring their own tables and chairs. Call Paul Giannetta for reservations or info – 978239-1392. The Saugus Cultural Council seeks help The Saugus Cultural Council is recruiting new members. If you have a passion for arts, education, community engagement and building an inclusive community, feel free to apply. Please send a letter of interest and brief resume to the Saugus Board of Selectmen. The Saugus Cultural Council is a local agency funded by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. For more information, please contact saugusculturalcouncil@gmail.com. MEG Foundation offers Dedicated Chairs to Families The MEG Foundation Board of Directors is hoping to return former Saugus High School Library chairs, at no charge, that were originally donated to the Saugus High School Library by many families and friends, in their memory. We hope the chairs will find their way back to their loved ones. We have approximately 50 dedicated chairs available to relatives. Please contact Janice Jarosz at 339-222-2178 or Linda Ross at 781-233-4607 for further information. The list includes the following Dedicated Chairs: Aubrey, Flo & Al; Favuzza, Josephine; Barry, Diane; Favuzza, Frank; Biffin, Theodore; Fioravanti, Ann; Blair, James, A.; Franlins, Beatrice T.; Bly, Belden G. Jr.; Gloria & Jackie (59); Borghetti, Joseph; Harrington, Mike; Bourgeois, Eleanor Statuto; Kelley, Maureen; Braid, Robert M.; MacNeil, Bill; Bucchiere, John; McKinney, William; Butler, Laurence; Mekalian Family; Celandes, Wilbur; Jean Henderson; Class of 1938 – Melewski, Roberta; Class of 1941 – Melewski, Sophie; Class of 1947 – Morrison, Mary A.; Class of 1960 – Moschella, Carmen Jr.; Class of 1966 – Moylan, Albert J.; Cogliano, Anthony; O’Connor, Mae & Larry; Colby, Virginia; O’Neil, Nellie; Courant, Barbara Henderson; Parrish, Charles L.; Dahlberg, Frank; Pincess, Abraham; Dahlberg, Frank and Sarah; Polese, Lisa A.; DeSteuben, Albert, Jr.; Saugus High School 2001 – Dewling, Debi Sanders; Secor, John; Diamond, Beverly; Sketchley, John; Fabrizio, Bonnie McHale; Sorenson, Andy; Fabrizio, Kenneth; Steward, Doris; Favuzza, Geraldine; Whyte, Chris. Seeking Sachems sports historical data If you are knowledgeable about the Saugus High Sachems Boys and Girls sports teams prior to 1969, Saugus Public Schools could use your help. The School District is looking for data on Saugus High Sachems Boys and Girls sports teams prior to 1969 that won a conference, regional and/or State Championship. “For example, we need data on the 1966, ’67 or ’68 Saugus varsity cross country team that won the State Championship,” Saugus School Committee Member Dennis Gould wrote in a press release. “We need the team, the year and what championship they won. Pictures of the teams, trophies or old banners would be great also,” Gould said. “The data will be used by the School District to generate historical banners to hang in the new complex and to give to the Saugus Sports Hall of Fame for permanent record.” If you happen to have access or knowledge of such performers. Doors open at 12:15 p.m. and the shows are at 1:00 p.m. One hundred percent of the concert series’ profits will benefit the veterans’ organizations, including: Hidden Battles Foundation, https://hiddenbattlesfoundation.org/ Massachusetts Military Support Foundation, https:// mmsfi.org/ Veterans Northeast Outreach Shelter, https:// vneoc4vets.org/ Boston Rescue Mission and MUSIC IN THE PARK: Aubrey Atwater and Ellwood Donnelly both sang folk songs and played a range of traditional instruments, and Aubrey showed several styles of “percussive dancing” at the Saugus Iron Works on Wednesday evening, July 19. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate by Laura Eisener) data, please email it to Dennis Gould, School Committee, jdgould1969@aol.com. Dennis can also be reached at 1-617257-4847. Kowloon launches outdoor dining The Kowloon Restaurant, which is located at 948 Broadway (Route 1 North), Saugus, has opened its outdoor dining venue, serving a full food and bar menu. The restaurant’s outdoor concert series has kicked off. The Kowloon Restaurant is open every day from noon till closing, and the outdoor venue is open Wednesday to Sunday from 5 p.m. to closing. July’s Outdoor Concert lineup includes Stevie B on July 22: Hailed as the “King of Freestyle,” Stevie B is set to perform live in concert at the Kowloon Restaurant’s outside venue on Saturday, July 22, at 9 p.m.; doors open at 7 p.m. The “Party Your Body” event will feature the singer performing “In My Eyes,” “I Wanna Be the One,” “Because I Love You,” “Spring Love” and Dreamin’ of Love.” Also in the lineup mixing is DJ Ricky P, formerly of The Palace, Stars Dance Club, The Rack, KISS 108 FM, JAMN 94.5 FM and STAR 93.7 FM. Tickets are: VIP Golden Front Seats $65.00, General Reserved Seats $55.00, Limited Standing Room Only $40.00. For tickets, call the Kowloon Restaurant at 781-233-0077 or access online: www.kowloonrestaurant.com Rockin’ 4 Vets concerts are coming to Kowloon! Rockin’ 4 Vets presents a classic rock Summer Sun-Days Veterans Benefit Concert Series that will last through August 20 with Dyer, Goodwin, Chakosur and Brian Templeton – with an initiative to assist veterans’ organizations throughout Massachusetts with PTSD, addictions and homelessness. The concert series lineup includes: July 30: Johnny A. Trio, fronted by the former guitarist for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band The Yardbirds. August 6: John Butcher with special guest Sal Baglio – led by guitarist and frontman of the Jon Butcher Axis, along with Baglio, former leader of the band The Stompers. August 13: James Montgomery’s Rhythm & Blues Revue with Christine Ohlman & Barrence Whitfield, hailed as a legendary New England blues performer and former member of the Johnny Winter Band. August 20: Dyer, Goodwin, Chakour with special guest Brian Templeton, longtime members who played with Joe Cocker, Tina Turner and the J. Geils Band. For tickets, go to the ticketing link gimmeLIVE.com. VIP tickets are available for preshow meet and greet with 22 Mohawks, https://22mohawks.com/ Rockin’ 4 Vets, LLC is a New England-based concert promoter, who, along with Alive & Kicking Productions, are the producers for this benefit event. Jim Tirabassi is the founder and director of Rockin’ 4 Vets, LLC. Rockin’ 4 Vets, LLC and Alive & Kicking Productions produce benefit concerts throughout New England to provide support to organizations assisting Vets with issues related to PTSD, addiction and homelessness. Another coming attraction The Kowloon Restaurant continues its Outdoor Summer Concert Series with the Rockin’ The Night Away concert, featuring The Platters. The concert is slated for August 5; doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $55 for VIP, center stage reserved seating and $45 per person for general admission. Bingo is back! The Kowloon Restaurant announced Bingo every Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Hong Kong Lounge. Prizes will be given away each week. A full Chinese gourmet spread is available during Bingo – featuring pupu platters, egg rolls, crab Rangoons, Saugus Wings, General Gau’s chicken, lobster sauce, fried scallops, lo mein, moo shu pork, salt and pepper calamari and sushi – along with a full bar menu, including the signature mai tais and scorpion bowls. Food Pantry notes The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry is open today (Friday, July 21) from 9:30-11 a.m. Veterans bricks available The Saugus War Monument Committee, once again, is sponsoring the Buy A Brick Program to honor all those who have served their country. If you would like to purchase one in the name of THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 11

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Page 11 ASKS | FROM PAGE 7 And we look forward to seeing the same families year after year.” Christine Benoit, mother of Matthew Benoit: “It so nice having kids of all ages on the team. What’s really special is how the older kids will encourage the younger kids to do well. And the younger kids really enjoy it. It’s a great program. Coach T. and his staff are excellent with the kids.” What did the coaches say? Nick Monaco, 2015 Saugus High School graduate, a former student athlete under Coach Tarantino’s mentoring: “Coach T. was my coach in Middle School. The track camp was a good way to make sure I was enTHE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 10 someone who is presently serving or has served, in the memory of a loved one, or just for someone from your family, school, etc., the general pricing is $100 for a 4” X 8” brick (three lines) or $200 for 8” X 8” brick (five lines). Each line is a maximum of 15 characters. The improvement and upkeep of the monument on the corner of Winter and Central Streets rely on the generosity of donors through fundraising. The brick application must be in by Sept. 15 to ensure the bricks will be ready for Veterans Day. Please contact Corinne Riley at 781-231-7995 for more information and applications. Saugus High Class BBQ on Aug. 26 Saugus High alumni Mike Allan (1979) and Pete Nicolo (1980) are hosting this year’s annual Saugus High Class BBQ, which is set for 1 to 5 p.m. at Saugus Everett Elks Grove on Saturday, Aug. 26. There’s an outdoor shelter, so the event will go on, rain or shine. “Last year we had over 250 people attend (mostly Saugonians) and we are expecting maybe even a larger crowd,” Nicolo said. “Saugus High Classmates from multiple years, along with some of our Saugus Politicians, Coaches and Teachers attended.” All Saugus High Classes are welcome. There will be a cash bar during the day event. The action will move to Elks Hall at 401 Main St. from 5 to 8 p.m. “Most of us have kept in touch with some of our classmates / friends throughout the years,” Nicolo wrote in a gaged over the summer. And I enjoy volunteering to help with it now because I like being able to give back. Coach Bill Babcock, a 1970 Saugus High School graduate, who was a teacher at Saugus High, from 1975 to 2000. He was Tarantino’s coach in High School. He now volunteers to help the summer track program: “It’s a great thing and Chris has done a tremendous job. This summer track camp is an introduction into the sport. For a lot of these kids, there’s nothing around to expose them into the sport of track and field.” Steve Seminerio, 1973 Saugus High School graduate. Now he volunteers for the summer track camp: “I’m really impressed with the dedication of Coach T. recent letter. “But what about the classmates/friends that you would love to see and have not seen in decades? This is what made our recent Saugus High Class BBQ this past September 2022 such a success. Take advantage of this Opportunity to possibly meet them there or reach out to anyone you’d like to see and reconnect!” “Last year’s Saugus High Class BBQ had some classmates traveling from places as far away as England, Hawaii, California, Florida, North Carolina and other parts of the US. Many old friendships were rekindled, while new friendships with old Classmates were made,” Nicolo said. “Some friends/classmates had not seen each other in decades (over 40 years), while so many from surrounding classes mingled together and had a blast. It was quite a wonderful experience for many.” Nicolo said the event has already generated great interest, but asks that people who plan to go RSVP by Aug. 5 or sooner to help the organizers plan the event better. Make checks ($45 per person) payable to: Saugus High Class BBQ, 13 Bourbon St., Unit 55, Peabody, MA 01960 or Venmo: Pete Nicolo@Pete-Nicolo Alumni with questions can contact Peter Nicolo (1980) at psnicolo2533@comcast.net – 978-815-8234 or Mike Allan (1979) at Allan7915@gmail. com – (781) 953-2279. What’s happening at the Saugus Public Library For schoolchildren looking for interesting projects and programs to participate in this fall, there’s plenty to do at the Saugus Public Library. There Parents of track camp participants, pictured from left to right: Samantha Clark, Joe DeFeo, Andrea Bell, Lisa LeBlanc, Vanusa Marcu, Cara Silipigni, Christine Benoit and Nayara Da Silva were at the MAC (William L. MacNeill Memorial Track & Field) to show support for the Track Camp program. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) are some very good programs offered for grownups, too. Atlantic White Shark Conservancy: On Monday, July 31, at 9:30 a.m., the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy will visit the Saugus Public Library. The Cape Cod-based organization will teach kids about sharks and challenge misconceptions with fun true-or-false questions. Grades K-4; coincides with the Kids’ 2023 Summer Reading Theme, Reading is Jawsome! Teen Summer Reading 2023! Through August 25: Visit our website (sauguspubliclibrary. org) to fill out a book review form for every book you read or listen to over the summer. All books count – fiction, nonfiction, manga, graphic novels, audio books, required reading, etc. One reader will win a $50 gift card to Amazon! The more you read, the better your chance! Tween and Teen Crafts & Snacks! July 28, August 4, 11, 18 and 25; weekly summer crafts Fridays 10-11 a.m. in the Brooks Room; 5th-12th grades. No registration necessary; just come by and bring your friends! We will be making bracelets, clay animals, flower prints, earbud holders, wizard wands, mini light sabers and fabric bookmarks and doing some cookie decorating. Adult Coloring Group: Come relax with our continuing Adult Coloring Group. It’s a great opportunity to take time to unwind, be creative, and have fun, no experience necessary! We have pencils and coloring pages ready and waiting… See you there! Space is limited; please call to register: 781-231-4168 x 3106. Interested folks should show up at the library next Wednesday, August 9, at 10 a.m. in the Brooks Room on the second floor of the library. Join our Teen Advisory Board: first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Teen Room; fifth grade and up. Meet with the Teen Librarian once a month to talk about what you’d like for programs and materials at the library. Your opinion matters! No registration required. Snacks provided! (sauguspubliclibrary. org – 781-231-4168) Just Sew! Saugonians are welcome to join a monthly sewing class for adults that is held the third Monday of each month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Saugus Public Library. The class covers basic topics like sewing buttons, hemming clothing and mending torn fabric and will move on to more advanced topics in the coming weeks. This class is free. (See sauguspubliclibrary.org) First Baptist Church presents “Can We Talk…” First Baptist Church Pastor Leroy Mahoney invites troubled people to join others in a special program called “Can We Talk … Community conversations on Trauma and Healing” the first Thursday of every month from 6 to 7 p.m. at Rev. Isaac Mitchell Jr. Fellowship Hall (105 Main St. in Saugus). “Join us as we gather in community to share our stories, thoughts and feelings about whatever you are going through,” Rev. Mahoney states in a written announcement. “As always, it is a safe space to come together in community,” he says. About The Saugus Advocate We welcome press releases, news announcements, freelance articles and courtesy photos from the community. Our deadline is noon Wednesday. If you have a story idea, an article or photo to submit, please email me at mvoge@ comcast.net, or leave a message at 978-683-7773. Let us become your hometown newspaper. The Saugus Advocate is available in the Saugus Public Library, the Saugus Senior Center, Saugus Town Hall, local convenience stores and restaurants throughout town. Let’s hear it! Got an idea, passing thought or gripe you would like to share with The Saugus Advocate? I’m always interested in your feedback. It’s been six and a half years since I began work at The Saugus Advocate. I’m always interested in hearing readers’ suggestions for possible stories or good candidates for “The Advocate Asks” interview of the week. Feel free to email me at mvoge@comcast.net. Do you have some interesting views on an issue that you want to express to the community? Submit your idea. If I like it, we can meet for a 15to 20-minute interview over a drink at a local coffee shop. And I’ll buy the coffee or tea. Or, if you prefer to continue practicing social distancing and be interviewed from the safety of your home on the phone or via email, I will provide that option to you as the nation recovers from the Coronavirus crisis. If it’s a nice day, my preferred site for a coffee and interview would be the picnic area of the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site.

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 lated to police promotion discrimination; and $226 million for special education; and raises the current yearly cap from $10 million to $30 million for housing projects under the Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP). If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com or call us at (617) 720-1562. Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 48 - Report No. 28 July 10-14, 2023 Copyright © 2023 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. By Bob Katzen GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 25,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by MASSterlist’s editor, Erin Tiernan, with help from Matt Murphy. Both are pros, with a wealth of experience, who introduce each article in their own clever way. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ votes on roll calls from the week of July 10-14. There were no roll calls in the Senate last week. $693 MILLION FISCAL 2023 SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (H 3982) House 154-0, approved and sent to the Senate a $693 million fiscal 2023 supplemental budget to help close out the books on fiscal year 2023 that ended on June 30. Provisions include $180 million for fiscally strained hospitals; $226 million for 33 collective bargaining agreements that have been ratified by state public employee unions; $100 million for the state’s pension fund; $40 million for a settlement of a court case re“The package that is before you today covers a number of different areas that require our immediate and timely attention,” said House Ways and Means Committee chair Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston). “As we work towards closing the books for fiscal year 2023, these items are some of the most pressing needs the commonwealth is facing today. By addressing these deficiencies now, we’ll be able to start the fiscal year 2024 cycle in the strongest fiscal position possible.” (A “Yes” vote is for the $693 million supplemental budget.) Yes Yes Rep. Jessica Giannino Rep. Donald Wong HOUSING DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM (H 3982) House 152-3, approved an amendment related to the Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP). The amendment raises the current yearly cap from $10 million to $30 million – and provides for a one-time increase to $57 million to address the growing backlog of projects waiting for HDIP credits. HDIP, according to its state website, “provides Gateway Cities with a tool to develop market rate housing while increasing residential growth, expanding diversity of housing stock, supporting economic development and promoting neighborhood stabilization in designated areas.” “I have been working with MassINC, mayors and economic development directors from Gateway Cities, and housing advocates to support and improve the HDIP program since 2013,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Tony Cabral (D-New Bedford), Chair of the Gateway Cities Legislative Caucus. “Expanding the benefits of HDIP has long been the top priority of our caucus. We all know that Massachusetts and our Gateway Cities are facing a housing crisis that involves rising rents and home prices, and a severe shortage in housing options across all income levels.” “HDIP addresses this critical lack of middle-income housing by using a tax incentive to make developing market-rate housing in New Bedford more financially viable,” continued Cabral. “It is the only housing development program specifically targeted to meet the financial needs of housing production in Gateway Cities.” “I was proud to support the consolidated amendment, which included an increase in funding for the HDIP … [which is] is an essential tool available to Gateway Cities to produce housing supply,” said Rep. Carole Fiola (D-Fall River). “At a time when the commonwealth faces a severe housing shortage, this program is vital to getting projects in the pipeline off the ground and provide a much needed increase in housing.” “I welcome all kinds of housing production, and I have the deepest respect for our Gateway Cities colleagues who are pushing to expand the HDIP program in their communities,” said Rep. Mike Connolly (D-Cambridge) who opposed the amendment. “However, HDIP doesn’t address the concerns of my Cambridge and Somerville constituents. The question raised by this amendment is ‘How much do we want to subsidize for-profit, private development of market-rate housing?’ Of all the ways we could spend money on housing, this is perhaps the most questionable.” “I believe that focusing funding on local housing authorities is a far more effective means of providing for those most in need,” said Rep. David DeCoste (R-Norwell) who also opposed the amendment. “I shared the concerns of Rep. Connolly that too much of the HDIP spending ends up enriching developers. The commonwealth would be much better off spending those funds locally through improving and expanding local housing authority available units.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Yes Yes Rep. Jessica Giannino Rep. Donald Wong ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL PROHIBIT REVOCATION OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSES (S 1997) – The State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Committee held a hearing on a bill that would repeal a current state law which creates professional licensure consequences for anyone who defaults on their student loan. Under current law, a borrower’s state-issued professional or occupational certificate, registration or license can be suspended, revoked or canceled if the borrower is in default on an education loan. “This procedure is nonsensical, as it strips the individual of their ability to produce an income, making it even more difficult to pay off those loans,” said sponsor Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). “Forced closures due to COVID-19 have highlighted the economic hardships faced by many professionally licensed individuals such as hairdressers, massage therapists and physical therapists. These professions require close contact and have seen many restrictions since the start of the pandemic. While the Department of Education has extended grace to borrowers through forbearance temporarily, the protection is not permanent. When forbearance is not in place, these individuals do not need the threat of losing their professional license and their income source because of significant economical challenges they face while trying to pay back their loan.” The House and Senate both approved a similar bill in the 2021-2022 session on November 21, 2022 and sent it to then-Gov. Baker who proposed an amendment to the bill on December 1. Baker’s amendment would allow the Division of Banks to consider student loan defaults in order to ensure that the division will retain the discretion it has always applied when assessing an applicant’s fitness to provide consumer financial services to prospective borrowers. “Precluding the Division of Banks from reviewing credit reports as part of its evaluation of an individual’s financial responsibility for a financial services license could ultimately result in harm to consumers,” said Baker in his veto message. The House and Senate had more than a month to act on the governor’s amendment but did not do so. As a result, the entire bill died on January 3, 2023, the final day of the 2021-2022 session. “The corporation or employer in the middle of often contentious collective bargaining can weaponize certain unemployment benefits to coBEACON HILL | SEE PAGE 13 ONLINE DRIVER’S ED (S 2261)- A proposal heard by the Transportation Committee would provide an online driver education program as an alternative to the current in-person classroom instruction for young drivers under 18. The bill would also remove the requirement to observe another student driver for six hours. “Obtaining a license is a milestone achievement but for many young people the inability to attend in-person classes due to family obligations, lack of transportation or after-school jobs, hinders their opportunity to succeed,” said sponsor Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem). “I filed [the bill], so students who face barriers like these have access to online classes that allow them to meet their driver’s ed requirements.” MARIJUANA AND DRIVING (H 3355) – Another measure heard by the Transportation Committee would require that driver education courses include information on the impairment effects of marijuana. This would expand current law which requires driver education to include the dangers of drinking and driving. Supporters say that marijuana has been found in 30 percent of fatal car crashes in the Bay State. They noted that sadly many people have the false assumption that driving while under the influence of marijuana is relatively safe. “Driver’s education is crucial towards promoting safe driving habits,” said sponsor Rep. Hannah Kane (R-Shrewsbury). “Implementing a science-based module on the impairment effects of marijuana will provide the resources and information needed for future drivers to make informed decisions. This legislation will help make the streets of the commonwealth safer for everyone.” RIGHT OF STRIKERS TO RECEIVE UNEMPLOYMENT (H 1947/S 1172) –The Labor and Workforce Development Committee heard testimony on legislation that would allow unemployment benefits to be paid to on-strike workers who are unemployed because of a labor stoppage.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Page 13 Medford Community Chorale & Youth/Young Adult Chorus resume rehearsals on September 6! T he Medford Community Chorale & Youth/Young Adult Chorus will open their fall season on September 6, when rehearsals begin in preparation for their 2023 holiday concert, which is scheduled for Friday, December 1, at 7 p.m. in the Caron Theatre at Medford High School, and new members are welcome…please consider joining us! The concert – titled “Let It Snow!” – will be a celebration of the season and will consist of a varied program of holiday selections ranging from classical to popular to sacred to Hanukkah, and proceeds from the concert program book will be donated to Chapters Coffee Carts – a 501(c)(3) nonprofit-supported worksite located in the Charlotte and William Bloomberg Medford Public Library – whose mission is to help advanced the lives of Medford’s disabled persons seeking employment, professional skills and on-thejob training, so that they may flourish and become part of the broader workforce. There are no auditions and the only requirement is a love BEACON HILL | FROM PAGE 12 erce action and activity that is favorable to the employer and that adversely affects the worker,” said Senate sponsor Sen. Paul Feeney (D-Foxborough). “We’ve seen a patchwork of decisions over the years regarding unemployment depending on who the governor is and who the secretary of labor is on whether or not unemployment benefits would actually be paid.” “The right to strike is an important tool available to unions but many workers are afraid of what a strike may mean to their finances,” said House sponsor Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa (D-Northampton). “Rules around unemployment are confusing and hard to understand. This legislation would clarify the right to benefits and, in doing so, would protect workers and their families.” ASIAN BODYWORK THERAPY (H 350) – A bill heard by the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure would create a Board of Registration of Asian Bodywork Therapy to estab“This legislation is designed to enhance career pathways and streamline local regulations for east Asian healing practices, including bodywork lineages,” said sponsor Rep. May 2023 performance Medford Community Chorale tion or to join, please contact director Betsy Pesce at elizabethpesce@comcast.net or 617-335-8155. The Medford Community Medford Youth Chorale of singing! Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings in the first floor music room in lish standards of professional and ethical conduct for these bodywork therapists; set standards for continuing education; investigate complaints; and conduct inspections. “Asian Bodywork Therapy is the treatment of the human body/mind/spirit, including the electromagnetic or energetic field which surrounds, infuses and brings that body to life, by using pressure and/ or manipulation,” according to the American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia. “Asian Bodywork is based upon Chinese medical principles for assessing and evaluating the body’s energetic system. It uses traditional Asian techniques and treatment strategies to primarily affect and balance the energetic system for the purpose of treating the human body, emotions, mind, energy field and spirit for the promotion, maintenance and restoration of health.” the McGlynn Middle School, which is located at 3002 Mystic Valley Pkwy. in Medford: David LeBoeuf (D-Worcester). “The bill would create a defined, appropriate licensure pathway to make sure these practices are held to high standards and not misrepresented in the market. Unlike other bills that want to create an inappropriate, catch all licenses, this would be for particular traditional lineages.” QUOTABLE QUOTES – BY THE NUMBERS EDITION Cable TV business network CNBC released its annual ranking of the Top States for Doing Business, which includes both good news and bad news for Massachusetts. Here are the Bay State’s rankings among the 50 states in several categories: #1 --- Technology and innovation #3 ---Access to capital #8 ---Life, health and inclusion #15 ---Business overall. youth/young adult chorus at 6 p.m. and full chorus from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more informa#19 ---Business friendliness. #47 ---Cost of living. #49 ---Cost of doing business. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the During the week of July 1014, the House met for a total of eight hours and 26 minutes while the Senate met for a total of two hours and 58 minutes. Mon.July 10House11:01 a.m. to1:01 p.m. Senate 11:24 a.m. to1:45 p.m. Tues.July 11No House session No Senate session Wed.July 12No House session No Senate session Thurs. July 13House11:02 a.m. to5:28 p.m. Senate 11:14 a.m. to 11:51 a.m. Fri.July 14No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Chorale, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is supported in part by grants from the ArtsAlive Medford Foundation, Bloomberg Philanthropies, the City of Medford Community Fund Grant, Tufts University Community Relations Holiday Grant Raffle and the Medford Arts Council, a local commission that is supported by the Mass Cultural Council and the City of Medford. end of an annual session.

Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Sav Sa Sa n or Savvy Seniori r avvy Senior by Jim Miller How to Handle Social Security Benefi ts When A Loved One Dies Savvy Senior Dear Savvy Senior, How are Social Security benefi ts handled when someone dies? After a long illness, my 68-yearold father has only weeks left to live. I am helping my mom fi gure out her financial situation going forward, including what to do about my dad’s Social Security after he passes away but could use some help. Only Son Dear Only, I’m very sorry about the impending loss of your father. To help you and your mom understand what Social Security provides and what needs to be done when a family member dies, here are some key points you should know. Your fi rst order of business will be to make sure the Social Security Administration is notifi ed when your father dies, so his monthly benefi ts will be stopped. In most cases, the funeral home providing his burial or cremation services will do it. You’ll need to provide your dad’s Social Security number to the funeral director so they can make the report. But, if they don’t off er that service or you’re not using a funeral home, you’ll need to do it yourself by calling Social Security at 800-772-1213. When Benefi ts Stop There are a couple of things to be aware of regarding your dad’s Social Security benefi ts. For starters, you need to know that a person is due no Social Security benefi ts in the month of their death. With Social Security, each payment received represents the previous month’s benefi ts. So, if your dad were to pass away in August, the check for that month – which would be paid in September – would need to be returned if received. If the payment is made by direct deposit, you would need to contact the bank or other fi nancial institution and ask them to return any benefi ts sent after your dad’s death. Survivor Benefi ts When your father passes away, your mother may be eligible for survivor benefi ts on his record if she’s at least age 60 (50 if disabled). Here’s how that works depending on her situation. If your mom is currently receiving Social Security benefi ts based on your father’s work record, her spousal benefi t will automatically convert to survivors benefits when the government gets notice of your dad’s death. She cannot receive both spousal and survivor benefi ts at the same time. Widows are due between 71 percent (at age 60) and 100 percent (at full retirement age) of what the husband was getting before he died. If, however, your mom is eligible for retirement benefi ts (but hasn’t applied yet), she can apply for retirement or survivors benefi ts when her husband passes away and switch to the other (higher) benefi t later. Or, if your mom is already receiving her retirement benefi ts on her own work record, she could switch to survivors benefi ts if it off ers a higher payment. She cannot, however, receive both benefi ts. To apply for survivors’ benefi ts, your mom will need to call Social Security at 800-772-1213 and schedule an appointment. She can’t do it online. You should also know that survivor benefi ts are available to former spouses and dependents who meet SSA qualifi - cations – see SSA.gov/benefi ts/survivors. Also note that if your mom collects a survivor benefit while working, and she’s under full retirement age, her benefi ts may be reduced depending on her earnings. See SSA.gov/pubs/EN-05-10069. pdf for details. Death Benefi t In addition to survivor benefi ts, Social Security will also pay a one-time payment of $255 to your mom (the surviving spouse) if she was living with your dad at the time of his death. If they were living apart, she may still receive this one-time payment if she’s collecting spousal benefits on his work record. In the absence of a surviving spouse, the lump-sum payment can go to a son or daughter who is eligible for benefi ts on the deceased’s work record. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. Things to do at the Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival July 28–30, revere Beach BLAST FROM THE PAST: In 2018, Pavel Mylnikov, shown with his sculpture, took fi rst place in the overall competition for a second year in a row at the sand sculpting competition on Revere Beach. (Advocate fi le photo) G et ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity, fun and unforgettable experiences! Whether you’re a fan of live entertainment, a huge foodie, bringing the whole family to the beach, or want to be in awe of the art of our master sand sculptors, we have something for you. The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival is an annual summer staple that combines the mesmerizing artistry of sand sculptures with a wide range of exciting activities. If you’re planning to stop by but don’t know where to start, we have you covered! Don’t get us wrong, plenty of people just wander aimlessly along Revere Beach Boulevard to see all the festival’s attractions, and that’s absolutely fi ne. But… if you want the perfect guide to the Sand Sculpting Festival so you don’t miss a thing, make sure to keep reading. Getting There: With the Sumner Tunnel closure increasing traffi c, the MBTA is providing free transportation on the MBTA Blue Line! We encourage guests to take the T (which is super easy to use) and just hop off at the Wonderland or Revere Beach Stations, which are both within walking distance to the festival. If you are driving, the closest and most cost-effective parking is at the Wonderland Station Parking Garage. Family Fun Amusements: The first thing you’re going to spot when you walk over is the Ferris Wheel. Seriously you won’t be able to miss it. If you’ve been to the festival before, just know that we have upgraded the Ferris Wheel this year and will have one of the largest traveling wheels in New England! Start here so you can get the perfect spot to see the full festival and the beautiful the view of the ocean. Support Your Local Businesses: The only thing better than shopping is shopping for a good cause, and this is the perfect excuse. New to the festival this year is The Beach Shop Pavilion. Basically, this area is dedicated to highlighting local Revere businesses, emerging small businesses, or nonprofi ts. With 19 diff erent shops, there will be plenty to browse – from luxury sunglasses from Niraji to the perfect beach-themed décor from Ashley Mary Craftery and much more! Engaging Entertainment: Prepare to be entertained by an incredible lineup of live performances throughout the festival – from talented musicians to captivating dancers and engaging performers. There will be four designated spots throughout the festival that will be alive with energy and excitement. The place to be on Friday night at 7 p.m. will be the centerpiece for a special performance by none other than Blue Man Group. These three will let you see the world in a whole new way with their paint drums, one-of-a-kind instruments and interactive show. Fireworks Extravaganza: Prepare to be dazzled by our Fireworks Extravaganza that will light up the night sky. Make sure to grab a spot along the sea wall for the best view of the display beginning at 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 29. Watch in awe as the colorful explosions illuminate the sand sculptures, creating a magical atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to end your Saturday night with a breathtaking spectacle. Calling All Foodies: Indulge your taste buds with an enticing array of food trucks and vendors. From savory to sweet, there’s something to satisfy every craving. Whether you’re in the mood for creative Asian street food from Moyzilla, the best hot dog from Trolley Dogs, an ice cream cooldown with Ben & Jerry’s or your typical festival snack from Fiesta Shows, there is truly something for everyone! Right now, there are almost 30 food trucks and vendors to choose from, so we defi nitely recommend checking out the full list! Grab a Drink: After exploring the festival for a bit, head to the Samuel Adams Beer Garden to unwind and soak up the festival atmosphere. Savor a refreshing selection of Samuel Adams products, inFESTIVAL | SEE PAGE 15

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Page 15 22nd Annual Walk of Hope to Benefit ALS - Lou Gehrig’s Disease - Scheduled for September 9th (Wakefield, MA) –The 22nd annual Walk of Hope for ALS, a 3.5mile walk around Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield to benefit The Angel Fund for ALS Research, will be held on Saturday, September 9th. The walk begins with registration at 9 a.m. followed by the start of the walk at 11 a.m. The release of doves for those living with ALS and those who have lost their courageous FESTIVAL | FROM PAGE 14 cluding Truly Seltzers, Twisted Tea, Wicked Hazy and Angry Orchard, as you mingle with fellow 21+ attendees. Raise a glass to the celebration, relax with some games and enjoy the live music. Beach Fit Weekend: Looking to break a sweat and rejuvenate your body and mind? Join invigorating and free workout classes offered at the MoveStudios Mobile Stage with workouts on Revere Beach. From morning to the disease will be held prior to the start of the walk. The Angel Fund for ALS Research is a nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting the ALS research of Dr. Robert Brown, Jr. and his team at UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester. ALS, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a progressive, always fatal neuromuscular disease which leads to yoga sessions that allow you to connect with nature to high-energy group fitness HIIT classes, you can exercise in a refreshing beach setting while being surrounded by the incredible sand sculptures. It’s the perfect opportunity to stay active and find your inner balance. Sand Sculptures: Saving the best for last is the whole reason why everyone is coming to the Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival: the sand sculptures! These sculptures are truly works of muscle weakness and as it progresses, results in total paralysis and the inability to speak and swallow while the mind and senses remain intact. Walkers of all abilities are encouraged to participate as individuals or as a team. To register as a walker or to register a team, log-on to The Angel Fund website at www.theangelfund.org or call the organization at 781art that captivate our imagination and transport us into a world of creativity and wonder. With just sand, water and boundless talent, Master Sand Sculptors can transform ordinary grains into magnificent masterpieces. With the theme of this year’s festival being “Celebrating 90 Years of Kong,” one cannot wait to see the artistry of an epic battle of Kong featured at the centerpiece. In addition to the centerpiece, there will be 15 Master Sand Sculptors from around the world in a heat245-7070. In addition to the walk around ed competition for $28,000 in prize money. Though all the sand sculptures are spectacular, make sure to watch last year’s first-place winner, Abe Waterman, or the People’s Choice Award winner, Deborah Barret-Cutulle, transform sand and water into works of art. CONCLUSION The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival offers experiences that will delight and entertain visitors of all ages. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of WALK OF HOPE | SEE PAGE 17 sand sculptures while exploring the festival’s diverse attractions, including live entertainment, mouthwatering food, unique shopping and a lively beer garden. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience that celebrates art, entertainment and the joy of coming together. So, mark your calendars for July 28th through 30th and we hope to see you there! Stay tuned for more updates through our website www. rbissf.com, or follow us on social media.

Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 OBITUARIES Joshua Thomson er, Joshua is survived by his brother Joie Thomson, his sister Nicollette McNelis, and their four children. He also has many aunts, uncles and cousins. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joshua’s memory may be made to the Northeast Animal Shelter, 347 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970 or at www. northeasternanimalshelter.org. At the request of the family services are private. Robert E. Castiello vived by two sons: Robert A. Castiello of Saugus, Andrew G. Castiello of Gloucester, one daughter; Amy L. Castiello & her fiancé Brian Joyce of Andover. Mr. Castiello was the brother of Antonia Mandolini of East Boston, Ida Bertuol of Revere, Giovanni Castiello of Italy, Anna Zaccheo of Revere, Gino Castiello of East Boston, and the late Giuseppina Bevione, Giuseppe Castiello, Guido Castiello. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held on O f Saugus. Died unexpectedly in his home on Friday, July 7th at the age of 37. He is the son of Barry Thomson, who recently passed, and Jacqui (Burke) Solier, who resides in Saugus. Joshua was born and raised in Brookline through his early years. He later attended Saugus schools, eventually taking residence there. Josh always loved animals - learning about them and caring for them. He enjoyed being outside, riding his motorcycle. His dad was his best friend and they took on life together every step of the way. He loved his family and his friends. He was loyal, loving and trusting. His laugh and hugs were incomparable and will be very missed. In addition to his mothO f Saugus.died on Saturday, July 15 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital at the age of 69.He was the husband of Maria (Cardinale). Born in Isernia, Italy, coming to America at the age of 7, he was the son of the late Gaetano and Maddalena (Riozzi) Castiello. Mr. Castiello worked for 49 years for Williamson Electric as an electric motor winder. Besides his wife he is surWednesday, July 19th 2023 at the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home Saugus, MA. A funeral service was held on Thursday, July 20th at the same location. Burial at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society at http://www.cancer.org. Stephen M. Morley O f Saugus. Died unexpectedly at his home on Friday, July 14th at the age of 58. He was the husband of Victoria (Cottam) Morley with whom he shared 26 years of marriage. Born in Somerville and raised in Stoneham, he was the son of the late William F. and Judith (Johnston) Morley. A National Grid employee since 1988, Steve worked in maintenance facility and acquired many life-long friends. American Exterior and Window Corporation the ones he loved. He was a member of the Fox Hill Yacht Club and enjoyed his time there cooking and being with all his many friends. 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Reportedly, how many kernels are on an average ear of corn: 200, 500 or 800? 8. July 23 is National On July 22, 1980, AFTRA joined the SAG strike; what do AFTRA and SAG stand for? Vanilla Ice Cream Day; in the 1780s what U.S. president handwrote a vanilla ice cream recipe (believed to be the USA’s oldest recipe for ice cream)? 9. Who was the first “witch” to be executed in Salem, What golfer was nicknamed “The Golden Bear”? 7. Baseball Comeback Player of the Year Award was developed from a sponsorship agreement between MLB and what? 11. July 24 is International Self-Care Day; nationaltoday. com encourages people to practice self-care, even if only by doing what basic exercise? 12. How are Algol, Basic and C similar? 13. The world’s first free public library that was supported by taxes was founded where: England, Germany or New England? 14. On July 25, 1936, a fivenight run of “Macbeth” – directed by Orson Welles – in Bridgeport, Conn., ended; it was part of the FTP of the WPA; what do they stand for? 15. What variation of whist has a New England city’s name? 16. The oval and round windows are in what part of the body? 17. ANSWERS On July 26, 1864, John Wilkes Booth met with coconspirators at what Boston hotel to plan to kidnap Abraham Lincoln? 18. What two U.S. presidents have been peanut farmers? 19. The first Ken doll sold was wearing what? 20. On July 27, 1953, an armistice agreement was signed, ending what war? 1. Boston 2. Orange 3. The Artic Circle (It marks the southernmost latitude where on the Winter Solstice the sun will not rise all day and on the Summer Solstice the sun will not set.) 4. American Federation of Television and Radio Artists and Screen Actors Guild 5. They are the Barbie doll’s siblings. 6. Jack Nicklaus 7. 800 8. Thomas Jefferson 9. Bridget Bishop 10. Viagra 11. Take a walk 12. 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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Page 17 WALK OF HOPE | FROM PAGE 15 Lake Quannapowitt, the event includes activities and refreshments for all walkers. Kings Bowl of Lynnfield, an annual supporter of the walk, will again provide refreshments for registered walkers. The Angel Fund will also honor those who have ALS and those who have lost their battle with the disease with the Faces of ALS®. Any participating team or individual who would like to honor a loved one with a poster along the walkway should send a high-resolution photo to theangelfundals@gmail.com by September 1st. Donations to the Angel Fund for ALS Research can also be made online, or can be sent to The Angel Fund, 649 Main Street, Wakefield, MA 01880. All donations should be made payable to The Angel Fund for ALS Research. Walkers are encouraged create their own webpage to raise money online. Registered walkers can create their page at https://secure.frontstream.com/2023-walk-ofhope-for-als. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Information about sponsorship opportunities can also be obtained on the website, www.theangelfund.org, or by calling 781245-7070. Northeast Metro Tech and Woburn Public Schools mourn passing of Northeast Metro Tech student W AKEFIELD – Northeast Metro Tech Superintendent David DiBarri and Woburn Public Schools Superintendent Matthew Crowley are saddened to announce that a Northeast Metro Tech student from Woburn passed away following a crash on Saturday night. The districts were made aware on Sunday that Robert Stocker, a 17-year-old student, was one of two people killed in a crash in Wareham on Saturday, July 15. Northeast Metro Tech will have grief assistance and counseling resources available at the school throughout the week for those who have been affected. Woburn Public Schools is also arranging counseling services to begin tomorrow at 8 a.m. at Woburn Memorial High School for those affected by this tragedy, as Stocker has family members who attend the school. “This tragedy has affected all of us in Woburn and the surrounding communities,” said Superintendent Crowley. “Our hearts are with the victims’ families, and all those impacted by this tragic event.” “We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Robert, a beloved student at Northeast Metro Tech,” said Superintendent DiBarri. “We express our most sincere condolences to his family during this difficult time.” Local student achieves Honor Roll at Thayer Academy T hayer Academy in Braintree recently announced its Upper School (grades 9-12) Honor Rolls for the second semester. Saugonian Joshua (Josh) Halliday (11th grade) achieved Honor Roll status. Honor Roll is attained by earning a grade of B or better in each graded course and a Pass in a Pass/ Fail course. High Honor Roll can be attained by earning a grade of A- or better in each graded course and a Pass in a Pass/Fail course. Thayer Academy is a coeducational day school for grades 5-12 (Middle School, grades 5-8; Upper School, grades 9-12) that has been an enabling and ennobling environment where each student is affirmed, supported and challenged to take on responsibilities, ambitions and achievements. Thayer continues to be a place where tradition and innovation meet, and where students form lifelong relationships with one another and with inspiring teachers who care deeply about their students’ personal growth and academic success. BBB, GoFundMe join forces to help Vermonters recover from floods T he Better Business Bureau (BBB) and GoFundMe are partnering to help support the Vermont community after the devastating flooding and state of emergency. The flooding in Vermont has caused widespread damage, displacing thousands of people and destroying businesses. “The flooding in Vermont has been devastating, and we want to do everything we can to help those affected,” said BBB’s Chief Marketing & Sales Officer for much of New England, Paula Fleming. “Our hearts go out to the communities impacted by the flooding in Vermont,” said GoFundMe Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Margaret Richardson. “We are proud to partner with the BBB as we work around the clock to ensure the families, businesses, and communities affected receive the quick and trusted support they need.” To make it easier for people who want to support those affected, GoFundMe, a BBB Accredited Business, has launched a centralized hub (https://www. gofundme.com/c/act/northeast-flooding-help) housing all verified fundraisers related to the flooding in Vermont and across the Northeast. The hub identifies fundraisers verified by GoFundMe’s Trust & Safety team and is regularly updated as new fundraisers are created. The BBB’s landing page for weather flood damage and support provides information about how to prepare for a flood, how to recover from a flood, and how to find reputable businesses to help with flood damage. Donations on GoFundMe are processed by payment partners, held and then released only to the person named as the recipient of the funds (the beneficiary). Before funds are transferred to the beneficiary, their personal information must be verified. If any questions arise, GoFundMe’s processors will hold the funds until the recipient is verified. Additionally, GoFundMe protects donations. With the GoFundMe Giving Guarantee (https://www.gofundme.com/c/ safety/gofundme-guarantee), GoFundMe guarantees donors a full refund in the rare case that BBB | SEE PAGE 18 Cash Value Life Insurance Policies I f applying for MassHealth it is important to realize that MassHealth will count the cash value in a whole life, universal life or variable universal life insurance policy if the face value of the policy is greater than $1,500. This is important as the community spouse can have no more than $148,620 in countable assets and the nursing home spouse can only have $2,000 or less in countable assets in order to be eligible for MassHealth long-term care benefits. If the community spouse has two cash value life insurance policies and each has a face value of $800, then the total face value would exceed $1,500 thereby rendering the cash value of both policies a countable asset. If the cash value policies are owned by the spouse applying for MassHealth benefits, ownership of the policies can be transferred to the community spouse in order to reduce the nursing home spouse’s countable assets to less than $2,000. There is no disqualifying transfer when one spouse transfers countable assets to the other spouse. However, the community spouse’s total countable assets cannot exceed $148,620, including the total cash value of all of the life insurance policies. An advanced planning strategy might be to transfer ownership of the policies to the children in order to commence the five year look back period. Each of your children could also be the beneficiary of each life insurance policy. This will serve to remove the countable asset out of the name(s) of the parent(s) when you feel confident neither of the parents will be applying for MassHealth benefits prior to the expiration of the five year look back period. If the policies are paid up with no more required premiums to be paid, the life insurance policies can be transferred to an irrevocable trust as well in order to commence the five year look back period. Keep in mind that since term insurance policies have no cash value, they are not countable assets for MassHealth eligibility purposes. The community spouse would certainly want to make sure that the children are named the beneficiaries of the life insurance policy and not the spouse who is entering a nursing home who is either applying for MassHealth benefits or who is already on MassHealth. Another option would be for the community spouse to name his or her estate as the beneficiary of the life insurance policies (cash value or term) and include a testamentary trust provision in his or her Will that would provide discretionary distributions of income and principal for the nursing home spouse. Assets in such a testamentary trust would not be a countable asset for MassHealth purposes and income and principal distributions would serve to provide supplemental benefits to the nursing home spouse that would not be provided by MassHealth or any other governmental programs. With advanced planning, you can transfer ownership of any life insurance policy to an irrevocable trust in order to remove the policy from the countable resource pool. Five years after such a transfer, the cash value in any life insurance policy will no longer be countable. If the insured were to die, the death benefit would be paid to the Trust and the surviving spouse would be entitled to the income generated from the investment of the life insurance proceeds, but not be entitled to receive any principal. It is always good to review your life insurance policies in order to determine if any advanced planning strategies should be employed. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation.

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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 21, 2023 Page 19 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. BUYER1 Andujar, Pedro Araujo, Edson D For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. SELLER1 BUYER2 Roger A Wilson RET 552 1 2 Lincoln Rt THIS WEEK ON SAUGUS TV Saugus TV’s Shark Week will run Sunday, July 23–Saturday, July 29, featuring shark documentaries that will premiere nightly at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 22. Sunday, July 23 from 9–11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, July 24 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, July 25 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Health Meeting from July 24. Wednesday, July 26 at 3 p.m. on Channel 8 – What’s Cookin’ with Safi yat. Thursday, July 27 at 7 p.m. on Channel 8 – In the Beginning. Friday, July 28 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Appeals Meeting from July 27. Saturday, July 29 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 22 – Shark Week: White Shark Tourism. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8 (Public), 9 (Government) & 22 (Educational). ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv.org BBB | FROM PAGE 18 nizer’s name. · Donors can also report the fundraiser directly to GoFundMe by clicking “report fundraiser,” which will result in one of our specialists investigating. To learn more about how to help those aff ected by the fl ooding in Vermont, visit BBB’s landing page at https://www.bbb. org/all/natural-disasters/fl ood. The BBB has not vetted the fundraisers on the GoFundMe page. SAUGUS 38 Main St. Saugus (781) 558-1091 20 Railroad Ave, Rockport (978)-999-5408 14 Norwood St, Everett (781)-558-1091 mangorealtyteam.com EVERETT 2 Family Two families like this one are hard to come across. Located just 6 miles away from Boston. This vibrant community maintains it's small city feeling with so many amenities. This home boasts an inviting 2 units that offers hardwood floors. The 1st unit has a 4 Room 2 bedroom and the 2nd unit has 2 levels that have 2 baths. This home has a driveway, fenced yard, a 5 year old roof along with newer windows. Everett has new high school along with close to major routes, Airport, Encore, and more. Investment opportunity or the chance to make this gem your home $899,000 CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 Commercial Rental ROCKLAND If you have been dreaming of starting your own business, this space is for you. This professional office or retail space is located on busy Union Street right outside of Rockland Center. Present space has two front entrances and one rear exit. There are two rest rooms and additional area space. Plenty of additional storage space in the basement! Multiple parking spaces in the rear of the building. Tenant pays their own electricity and heating costs. Exterior maintenance (snow plowing and landscaping) is shared with adjoining tenant. High traffic and strong visibility location close to the areas major highways. Great location for professional office, convenience store and much more. Flexible terms for start-up business. Parking for these two units will be out back or on side of building, not in front, and there is plenty! Large basement for storage included in lease. Other uses are permitted with special permit. Lessee to conduct due diligence with Rockland building department $1,750 CALL/TEXT Peter 781-820-5690 Commercial Location! The perfect combination of exceptional location and unique brick building that offers a 4 room 2 bedroom. This condo complex has a professional managed and well maintained building on the Lynn/Salem Line. Come enjoy the open concept of living and dining room combination with sliders to outside balcony. 1 car garage, storage, and plenty of parking? $349,000 CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 Business Opportunity LYNN MOVE RIGHT IN..This Spectacular sun-filled home with exceptional flow. Details matter & this lovely home is brimming with great potential and character. Walk into a screened in porch & read your favorite book or just have your favorite drink w/ a friend or family member. The kitchen leads and flows into the living & dining room that offers gleaming hardwood floors & a full bath on the first floor. The second floor has 3 generous bedrooms that have hardwood floors with an additional new full bath. The roof is approximately 2 years old. The Driveway can park 3-4 cars tandem, Easy access to public transportation, 20 minutes from Boston, & proximity close to shopping malls & restaurants. Saugus is an energetic town featuring new schools, low property tax rate. Something this sweet will not last. Rather than just a home, this property offers a lifestyle. $599,000 CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 Condo for Rent W. Peabody House for Rent SELLER2 Wilson, Roger A Graziani, Peter E ADDRESS 11 Spring Ln 552-1/2 Lincoln Ave CITY Saugus Saugus DATE 06.28.23 06.29.23 PRICE 465000 925000 MANGO Realty is offering a great opportunity to acquire a long established active restaurant/bar with common victualer/all alcohol license in a prime down town Lynn location. The owner of this business is retiring after 29 years of success at this location. Loyal customer base. Kitchen facilities updated. Two rest rooms. Seats 92/ Plenty of off-street parking. Documented revenue for both food, liquor and lottery allows you to have a quick return on your investment. Favorable lease terms for this corner location. $200,000 CALL/TEXT Peter 781-820-5690 now to learn more. Condo for Sale LYNN CHELSEA single family rental is available which is conveniently located in the popular lab i i You will be stunned the very moment you enter into this condo. This spacious unit is like new and has been tastefully renovated within the past 5 years and impeccably maintained since. Large eat in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances & granite countertops. The open concept floor plan is perfect for entertaining. Assigned garage space and ample visitor parking. Easy and low maintenance living. This fantastic West Peabody location is ideal for commuters with access to Rte. 1 and I95 and is just minutes away from the North Shore Mall. This fabulous condo hassssss a function room, a beautiful pool, tennis courts and more. $3,000. CALL/TEXT Sue 617-877-4553 e and opens up to a lovely living room and air conditioning included. The lower level is finished with many options for use; a work out room or work from home space. The washer and dryer appliances are included along with another full bath in the lower level. This cozy home offers tandem parking in driveway, yard, shed that tops off this great opportunity. It is close proximity of Boston, Airport, Transportation, major highways and more. Come take a look for yourself. No smoking or Pets. A credit score of 680 or more and references required along with background check. $2900. riger side of Chelsea. This 3 bedroom ranch offers an eat in kitchen that includes a refrigerator n n th n s up g r nd s iti o nin g n w n s ed w t n d w er a a u th t a a nd onin in uded. Th l nished with n up o a o n l t r om o wo sh t room o wo sh e . 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